Denon AVR-X1400H User manual

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AVR-X1400H
INTEGRATED NETWORK AV RECEIVER
Owner’s Manual
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Accessories 8
Inserting the batteries 9
Operating range of the remote control unit 9
Features 10
High quality sound 10
High performance 10
Easy operation 14
Part names and functions 15
Front panel 15
Display 18
Rear panel 20
Remote control unit 23
Connections
Speaker installation 27
Connecting speakers 34
Before connecting speakers 34
Speaker configuration and “Amp Assign” settings 38
Connecting 5.1-channel speakers 39
Connecting 7.1-channel speakers 40
Connecting 5.1-channel speakers： Bi-amp connection of front
speaker 46
Connecting 5.1-channel speakers： Second pair of front speaker 47
Connecting multi-zone speakers 48
Connecting a TV 49
Connection 1 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
compatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) 50
Connection 2 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
incompatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) 51
Connection 3 : TV equipped without an HDMI connector 52
Connecting a playback device 53
Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV) 54
Connecting a DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player 55
Connecting a video camcorder or game console 56
Connecting a USB memory device to the USB port 57
Connecting an FM/AM antenna 58
Connecting to a home network (LAN) 60
Wired LAN 60
Wireless LAN 61
Connecting an external control device 62
REMOTE CONTROL jacks 62
Connecting the power cord 63
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Playback
Basic operation 65
Turning the power on 65
Selecting the input source 65
Adjusting the volume 66
Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting) 66
Playback a DVD player/Blu-ray Disc player 66
Playing a USB memory device 67
Playing files stored on USB memory devices 68
Listening to music on a Bluetooth device 71
Playing music from Bluetooth device 72
Pairing with other Bluetooth devices 73
Reconnecting to this unit from a Bluetooth device 74
Listening to FM/AM broadcasts 75
Listening to FM/AM broadcasts 76
Tuning in by entering the frequency (Direct Tune) 77
Changing the tune mode (Tune Mode) 78
Tuning in to stations and presetting them automatically (Auto
Preset) 78
Presetting the current broadcast station (Preset Memory) 79
Listening to preset stations 79
Specify a name for the preset broadcast station (Preset Name) 80
Skipping preset broadcast stations (Preset Skip) 81
Cancelling Preset Skip 82
Listening to Internet Radio 83
Listening to Internet Radio 84
Playing back files stored on a PC or NAS 85
Playing back files stored on a PC or NAS 86
Getting the HEOS App 89
HEOS Account 90
Playing from streaming music services 91
Listening to the same music in multiple rooms 94
AirPlay function 98
Playing songs from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad 99
Playing iTunes music with this unit 99
Selecting multiple speakers (devices) 100
Perform iTunes playback operations with the remote control unit
of this unit 100
Spotify Connect function 101
Playing Spotify music with this unit 101
Convenience functions 102
Adding to HEOS Favorites 103
Playing back HEOS Favorites 103
Deleting a HEOS Favorites 104
Adjusting the volume of each channel to match the input source
(Ch Level Adjust) 105
Adjusting the tone (Tone) 106
Displaying your desired video during audio playback (Video
Select) 107
Playing the same music in all zones (All Zone Stereo) 108
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Selecting a sound mode 109
Selecting a sound mode 110
Direct playback 111
Pure Direct playback 111
Auto surround playback 112
Description of sound mode types 113
Sound mode that can be selected for each input signal 117
HDMI control function 121
Setting procedure 121
Smart Menu function 122
Sleep timer function 124
Using the sleep timer 125
Quick select plus function 126
Calling up the settings 127
Changing the settings 128
Playback in ZONE2 (Separate room) 129
Connecting ZONE2 129
Playback in ZONE2 131
Settings
Menu map 133
Menu operations 137
Audio 138
Dialog Level 138
Subwoofer Level 138
Surr.Parameter 139
Restorer 143
Audio Delay 144
Volume 145
Audyssey®146
Manual EQ 148
Video 151
HDMI Setup 151
On Screen Disp. 156
4K Signal Format 157
TV Format 159
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Inputs 160
Input Assign 160
Source Rename 162
Hide Sources 162
Source Level 162
Input Select 163
Speakers 164
Audyssey® Setup 164
Procedure for speaker settings (Audyssey® Setup) 166
Error messages 173
Retrieving Audyssey® Setup settings 174
Manual Setup 175
Amp Assign 175
Speaker Config. 176
Distances 181
Levels 182
Crossovers 183
Bass 184
Front Speaker 185
Network 186
Information 186
Connection 186
Wi-Fi Setup 187
Settings 188
Network Control 190
Friendly Name 190
Diagnostics 191
HEOS Account 192
You have not signed in 192
You have already signed in 192
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General 193
Language 193
ECO 193
ZONE2 Setup 196
Zone Rename 197
Quick Sel.Names 197
Front Display 197
Firmware 198
Information 201
Usage Data 202
Save & Load 203
Setup Lock 203
Limiting the operating zone with the remote control 204
Tips
Tips 206
Troubleshooting 208
Power does not turn on / Power is turned off 209
Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit 210
Display on this unit shows nothing 210
No sound comes out 211
Desired sound does not come out 212
Sound is interrupted or noise occurs 214
No video is shown on the TV 215
The menu screen is not displayed on the TV 216
AirPlay cannot be played back 217
USB memory devices cannot be played back 218
Bluetooth cannot be played back 219
The Internet radio cannot be played back 220
Music files on PC or NAS cannot be played back 221
Various online services cannot be played 222
The HDMI Control function does not work 222
Cannot connect to a wireless LAN network 223
Update/upgrade error messages 224
Resetting factory settings 225
Resetting network settings 226
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Appendix
About HDMI 227
Playing back a USB memory devices 230
Playing back a Bluetooth device 231
Playing back a file saved on a PC or NAS 232
Playing back Internet Radio 233
Personal memory plus function 233
Last function memory 233
Sound modes and channel output 234
Sound modes and surround parameters 236
Types of input signals, and corresponding sound modes 239
Explanation of terms 242
Trademark information 250
Specifications 252
Index 257
License 260
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Thank you for purchasing this Denon product.
To ensure proper operation, please read this owner’s manual carefully before using the product.
After reading this manual, be sure to keep it for future reference.
Accessories
Check that the following parts are supplied with the product.
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Quick Start Guide Safety Instructions Notes on radio Warranty
(for North America
model only)
Cable labels
Power cord FM indoor antenna AM loop antenna Sound calibration
microphone stand
R03/AAA batteries
Sound calibration
microphone
Remote control unit
(RC-1217)
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Inserting the batteries
1Remove the rear lid in the direction of the arrow and
remove it.
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2Insert two batteries correctly into the battery
compartment as indicated.
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Batteries
3Put the rear cover back on.
NOTE
0To prevent damage or leakage of battery fluid:
0Do not use a new battery together with an old one.
0Do not use two different types of batteries.
0Remove the batteries from the remote control unit if it will not be in use for long
periods.
0If the battery fluid should leak, carefully wipe the fluid off the inside of the battery
compartment and insert new batteries.
Operating range of the remote control
unit
Point the remote control unit at the remote sensor when operating it.
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Approx. 23 ft/7 m
30° 30°
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Features
High quality sound
0With discrete circuit technology, the power amplifier provides
identical quality for all 7-channels (120 Watts x 7-channels)
For optimum realism and stunning dynamic range, the power amplifier
section features discrete power devices (not integrated circuitry).
By using high current, high power discrete power devices, the amplifier
is able to easily drive high quality speakers.
0Dolby Atmos (v p. 242)
This unit is equipped with a decoder that supports Dolby Atmos audio
format. The placement or movement of sound is accurately reproduced
by the addition of overhead speakers, enabling you to experience an
incredibly natural and realistic surround sound field.
0DTS:X (v p. 245)
This unit is equipped with the DTS:X decoder technology. DTS:X
brings the home theater experience to new heights with its immersive
object based audio technology which removes the bounds of channels.
The flexibility of objects allows for sound to be scaled large or small
and moved around the room with greater accuracy than ever before
leading to a richer immersive audio experience.
High performance
04K 60Hz input/output supported
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When 4K Ultra HD (High Definition) is used, an input/output speed of 60
frames per second (60p) is achieved for video signals. When connected
to 4K Ultra HD and 60p video signal input compatible TV, you can enjoy
the sense of realism only available from high-definition images, even
when viewing fast-moving video.
This unit also supports image processing for 4K 60p, 4:4:4 and 24-bit
videos. By processing the video at the original resolution, this unit lets
you enjoy flawless, high-definition picture quality.
This unit also supports HDR (High Dynamic Range) and BT.2020 wide
color gamut.
0HDCP 2.2
This unit is compatible with HDCP 2.2 copyright protection standard.
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0HDMI connections enable connection to various digital AV
devices (6 inputs, 1 output)
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This unit is equipped with 6 HDMI inputs and 1 HDMI output enabling
connection to various HDMI compatible devices such as Blu-ray Disc
players, game consoles and HD video camcorders.
0The device is equipped with a AirPlay® function in addition to
network functions such as Internet radio etc. (v p. 98)
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You can enjoy a wide variety of content, including listening to Internet
Radio, playing audio files stored on your PC.
This unit also supports Apple AirPlay which lets you stream your music
library from an iPhone®, iPad®, iPod touch® or iTunes®.
0Playback of DSD and FLAC files via USB and networks
This unit supports the playback of high resolution audio formats such as
DSD (5.6 MHz) and FLAC 192 kHz files. It provides high quality
playback of high resolution files.
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0Wireless connection with Bluetooth devices can be carried out
easily (v p. 71)
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You can enjoy music simply by connecting wirelessly with your
smartphone, tablet, PC, etc.
0Multi-Room audio (v p. 108)
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GMAIN ZONEHGZONE2H
You can select and play back the respective inputs in MAIN ZONE and
ZONE2.
In addition, when the All Zone Stereo function is used, the music being
played back in MAIN ZONE can be enjoyed in all the zones at the same
time. This is useful when you want to let the BGM propagate throughout
the whole house.
0Energy-saving design
This unit is equipped with an ECO Mode function that allows you to
enjoy music and movies while reducing the power consumption during
use, and also an auto-standby function that automatically turns off the
power supply when the unit is not in use. This helps reduce
unnecessary power use.
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0Compatible with the “Denon 2016 AVR Remote” Appz for
performing basic operations of the unit with an iPad, iPhone or
Android™ devices (Google, Amazon Kindle Fire)
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Along with many new features, the graphics and user interface have
been completely overhauled. The new app gives you full control of the
AVR as well as access to its setup menu for detailed adjustments from
your phones or tablets. “Denon 2016 AVR Remote” App also gives you
quick access to the receiver's status display, option menus, Denon Blu-
ray Disc player control, and online owner's manual for your
convenience.
zDownload the appropriate “Denon 2016 AVR Remote” App for your iOS or
Android devices. This unit needs to be connected to the same LAN or Wi-Fi
(wireless LAN) network that the iPhone or iPod touch is connected to.
0HEOS provides streaming music from your favorite online music
sources
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HEOS wireless multi-room sound system that enables you to enjoy your
favorite music anywhere and everywhere around your home. By utilizing
your existing home network and the HEOS App (available for iOS,
Android and Amazon devices), you can explore, browse, and play
music from your own music library or from many online streaming music
services.
When multiple HEOS devices are connected to the same network,
HEOS devices can be grouped to play back the same music on all
devices simultaneously, or different music can be played on each
separate HEOS device.
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Easy operation
0“Setup Assistant” provides easy-to-follow setup instructions
First select the language when prompted. Then simply follow the
instructions displayed on the TV screen to set up the speakers, network,
etc.
0Easy to use Graphical User Interface
This unit is equipped with a Graphical User Interface for improved
operability.
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Part names and functions
Front panel
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APower operation button (X)
Used to turn the power of the MAIN ZONE (room where this unit is
located) on/off (standby). (v p. 65)
BPower indicator
This is lit as follows according to the power status:
0White: Power on
0Off: Normal standby
0Red:
0When “HDMI PassThrough” is set to “On” (v p. 152)
0When “HDMI Control” is set to “On” (v p. 153)
0When “Network Control” is set to “Always On” (v p. 190)
CSOURCE SELECT knob
This selects the input source. (v p. 65)
DRemote control sensor
This receives signals from the remote control unit. (v p. 9)
EDisplay
This displays various pieces of information. (v p. 18)
FMASTER VOLUME knob
This adjusts the volume level. (v p. 66)
GTuner preset channel buttons
(TUNER PRESET CH +, –)
These select preset broadcast stations. (v p. 79)
HZONE2 ON/OFF button
This turns the power of ZONE2 (separate room) on/off. (v p. 131)
IZONE2 SOURCE button
This selects the input source for ZONE2. (v p. 131)
JDIMMER button
Each press of this switches the brightness of the display. (v p. 197)
KSTATUS button
Each press of this switches the status information that is shown on the
display.
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With a single press of any of these buttons, you can call up various
settings you’ve registered to each button such as the input source,
volume level and sound mode settings. (v p. 126)
MHeadphones jack (PHONES)
This is used to connect headphones.
When the headphones are plugged into this jack, audio will no longer
be output from the connected speakers or from the SUBWOOFER
connectors.
NOTE
0To prevent hearing loss, do not raise the volume level excessively when using
headphones.
NAUX-HDMI connector
This is used to connect HDMI output compatible devices such as video
camcorders and game consoles. (v p. 56)
OUSB port (T)
This is used to connect USB storages (such as USB memory devices).
(v p. 57)
PSETUP MIC jack
This is used to connect the supplied Sound calibration microphone.
(v p. 167)
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AInput mode indicators
These light according to the audio input mode settings of each input
source. (v p. 163)
BSurround back indicator
This lights when audio signals are being output from the surround back
speakers. (v p. 178)
CDecoder indicators
These light when Dolby or DTS signals are input or when the Dolby or
DTS decoder is running.
DAudyssey® indicator
This lights when “MultEQ® XT”, “Dynamic EQ” or “Dynamic Volume”
has been set up. (v p. 146)
ETuner reception mode indicators
These light up according to the reception conditions when the input
source is set to “Tuner”.
TUNED: Lights up when the broadcast is properly tuned in.
STEREO: Lights up when receiving FM stereo broadcasts.
FSleep timer indicator
This lights when the sleep mode is selected. (v p. 124)
GCircle indicator
This is displayed when the input source is “HEOS Music” when you are
playing back music.
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IMUTE indicator
This blinks while the sound is muted. (v p. 66)
JInformation display
The input source name, sound mode, setting values and other
information are displayed here.
KInput signal indicators
The respective indicator will light corresponding to the input signal.
(v p. 163)
LZONE2 indicator
This lights up when ZONE2 (separate room) power is turned on.
(v p. 131)
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Rear panel
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